City Manager's Office, Economic Development

Mission

The City Manager’s Office, Economic Development team implements City Council strategic priorities; promotes arts, business and real estate, environmental and health initiatives by advancing programs to encourage sustainable neighborhoods and development for all those who live and work in the City of Richmond.

Essential Functions

Develop, maintain, and implement the Health in All Policies Ordinance and Strategy Document, the Climate Action Plan (CAP), the Energy and Climate Change Element, and Community Health and Wellness Element of the Richmond General Plan 2030.

Promote systems and policy changes that support the development of healthy and sustainable neighborhoods.

Support and recruit business to Richmond and act as a resource for brokers and developers.

Promote a competitive, sustainable, and equitable economy for all.

Leverage socially beneficial development through wise public investment.

Manage the City’s cultural arts programs and assist the development of creative industries in Richmond.

Encourage and promote initiatives designed to support the community’s unique cultural identities and vitality.